The London team "Chelsea" won against "Benfica" in the 1/8 finals of the Club World Championship, finishing the match in extra time with a score of 4:1. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
The Lisbon team managed to avoid defeat during regular time, as Angel Di Maria scored a penalty in the 90+5th minute of the game. Before this goal was scored, the match had been interrupted for about two hours due to weather conditions. At the beginning of extra time, Gianluca Prestianni from "Benfica" was sent off, forcing "Benfica" to play with one less player.
In the following minutes, "Chelsea" forwards scored consecutive goals against the opponent's net. In the 108th minute, Christopher Nkunku, in the 115th minute, Pedro Neto, and in the 117th minute, Kirnan Dyusberi Holl brought the score to 4:1.
According to MisterChip, "Chelsea" is the first team to score three goals in extra time in club competitions. This victory holds significant importance in the history of the London club.
